Pitch@USM is an initiative by USM to catalyse the promotion of entrepreneurial culture and innovation among its students and staff. The program offers capability building and financial assistance to incubate impact-driven ideas and foster startups, thereby strengthening the USM APEX agenda for sustainable, performance-based education.
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is committed to fostering an entrepreneurial culture by transforming innovative ideas, new technologies, and R&D advancements into practical applications that benefit society. In alignment with one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 9) – to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation – USM has launched Pitch@USM. This project empowers eligible USM staff and students to develop and implement their creative, impactful business ideas.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and skills among USM students and staff.
Skill Development: Deliver targeted online training with certification for high engagement.
Idea Incubation: Support impactful startup ideas through capability building and financial aid.
Competition & Recognition: Highlight and reward top entrepreneurial talents.
Ecosystem Building: Establish a thriving network for USM’s entrepreneurial community.
Registration: Free for all active USM students and staff.
Certificates: Participants who enrol and complete the online training will receive a Certificate of Completion and myCSD/myCPD.
Semi-final Winners: 10 teams will receive at least RM500 each.
Final Competition Winners:
